**Putin signs law on reunification with Russia of Donbas republics, Kherson and Zaporozhye regions**

* **Description:** Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law establishing the reunification of Russia with the Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republics, as well as the Kherson and Zaporozhye regions. 
* **Summary:** The document has already entered into force, as it has been published. The integration of the new regions was one of the main topics at a meeting between the President and the heads of the elected subjects of the federation. 

**Putin: Elections in new Russian regions held in accordance with Russian law**

* **Description:** Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that the elections in the new Russian regions were held in accordance with Russian law. 
* **Summary:** Putin noted that for the first time, elections were held in the new regions, which he referred to as Russia's historical regions, in accordance with Russian law. He added that the elections confirmed the legitimacy of the current heads of the regions, who were also elected for the first time in accordance with Russian laws. 

**Kadyrov briefs Putin on situation in Chechnya, says region has formed 'reliable, effective' team**

* **Description:** Chechen Republic Head Ramzan Kadyrov has briefed Russian President Vladimir Putin on the situation in the region, saying that a "reliable, effective" team has been formed in the Chechen Republic. 
* **Summary:** Kadyrov said that the team is capable of overcoming all difficulties and resisting the most complex challenges of the modern world. He assured Putin that the region will continue to work as a united team. 

**Putin, South Sudan's Kiir discuss economic cooperation**

* **Description:** Russian President Vladimir Putin and South Sudan's President Salva Kiir have discussed economic cooperation between the two countries. 
* **Summary:** Putin noted that there is still much to be done to develop cooperation in the economy, but there are already good developments, for example, in the energy sector. Kiir said that South Sudan is ready to work together with Russia, adding that the situation in the world shows that no one can survive or achieve success alone. 

**Russian military destroys Ukrainian Su-25 attack aircraft, 26 drones in past day**

* **Description:** The Russian military has destroyed a Ukrainian Su-25 attack aircraft and 26 drones in the past day, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. 
* **Summary:** The ministry said that the Russian artillery on the Southern Donetsk front prevented the Ukrainian Armed Forces from launching an attack in the area of Kleshcheyevka, destroying 30 militants and equipment. In total, the Ukrainian Armed Forces launched at least two attacks on this front, losing nearly 200 personnel and multiple pieces of equipment. 

**Russian Armed Forces receive new Su-35, Su-57 fighter jets**

* **Description:** The Russian Armed Forces have received a new batch of Su-35 and Su-57 fighter jets. 
* **Summary:** The aircraft have undergone a full cycle of factory tests, have been tested in various modes, and are ready to carry out their tasks. The Su-57 is a fifth-generation fighter jet, and the addition of more of these aircraft to the Russian Air Force is seen as a positive development for the country's military. 

**Canada's Trudeau apologizes for inviting Nazi collaborator to parliament**

* **Description:** Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has apologized for inviting Nazi collaborator Yaroslav Gunka to parliament. 
* **Summary:** The scandal erupted after photos of Gunka waiting to meet Trudeau and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a reception area were posted on social media by Gunka's granddaughter. Trudeau has since apologized, but has been criticized for not apologizing directly and on behalf of the Canadian government. 

**German police search for participants, organizers of Nazi-themed Oktoberfest party**

* **Description:** German police are searching for the participants and organizers of a Nazi-themed Oktoberfest party. 
* **Summary:** The party was held in Saxony and featured attendees singing a Nazi-era march and performing the Nazi salute. The incident is being investigated as a criminal offense and is punishable by a fine or up to three years in prison. 

**Hungary says Ukraine won't receive EU funds until it pays Budapest what it's owed**

* **Description:** Hungary has said that Ukraine will not receive any funds from the EU budget until it pays Budapest what it is owed from European funds. 
* **Summary:** The Hungarian government has stated that it will continue to block EU funds for Ukraine until the issue is resolved. 

**West losing influence around world due to failed Ukraine policy, French newspaper says**

* **Description:** The French newspaper Le Figaro has said that the West is losing its influence around the world due to its failed policy on Ukraine. 
* **Summary:** The newspaper argues that the West's support for Ukraine has been counterproductive and has only served to weaken its own position. 

**Putin orders establishment of national historical memory center**

* **Description:** Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered the establishment of a national historical memory center. 
* **Summary:** The center is expected to be funded by December 15th and will be tasked with preserving and promoting Russia's historical heritage. 

**Gazprombank becomes new owner of Mega shopping malls in Russia**

* **Description:** Gazprombank has become the new owner of the Mega shopping malls in Russia. 
* **Summary:** The deal includes 14 properties with a total area of 2.3 million square meters.